How to Keep a Friendship From Fading
- 1). Find common ground. One of the reasons friendships fade is because people grow apart, as the years pass. Some people get married and have children, whereas others commit to building careers and remain single. The two different lifestyles may clash, but if you and your friend share a charity, religion, hobby or friends, you will always have something to talk about.
- 2). Communicate through social media or the telephone. Text or call your friend just to say hello. Letting her know you are thinking about her when you do not want anything will express your interest in her as a friend. If your friend is online often, chat through instant messaging on Facebook, Twitter or Yahoo Messenger. Social media is a way to keep in contact with people, regardless of location. You can share with your friend as little or as much of your daily life as you want. Beware of unsecured websites. For example, if you do not lock your Twitter profile, anyone can read your tweets --- unless you send a direct message to your friend.
- 3). Listen to your friend. Let her discuss her day, week or experiences --- without turning the conversation to you or offering advice. Listening to her shows respect and that you care for her as a person. It also shows that you are interested in what is important to her.
- 4). Meet with your friend, whenever possible. Make a habit of meeting for coffee on a Saturday morning or for lunch once a month. A friendship worth maintaining deserves commitment and work. When you make the effort to spend time with a friend, you are telling her that she is important to you.